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As My Heart Aches & Tears Flow, I Remind Myself of his Unconditional Love.

2018-10-02
By: Erin Konheim Mandras
On: October 2, 2018
In: Blog
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The way I felt when I came back home this morning was a feeling I knew I’d have to face at some point, but dreaded it. My heart is torn, a piece of me is missing, I’m having a hard time catching my breath, but mostly, I’m just sad.  I grew up with English Springer Spaniels and a Brittany Spaniel. The ears were what first made this breed so attractive, and then falling in love with each of their personalities gave me such joy and laughter.  But there was something about a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: a toy version of the incredible spaniels. I dreamtRead More →

Shouldn’t Bachelor Nation Star, Ashley I., Understand the Power of Instagram Related to Eating Disorders?

2018-05-28
By: Erin Konheim Mandras
On: May 28, 2018
In: Blog
With: 0 Comments

I will admit it. I love the show, The Bachelorette. My addiction to watching it started the first season in 2003 when the infamous Trista and Ryan found love on reality television. I felt somewhat personally connected to the show because at that time my academic advisor at Michigan State University for soccer (the office I spent the majority of my free time in just because I loved her company) was Trista’s first cousin. I have been hooked since. See, Trista and Ryan set the bar high. Since their season, post-show breakups have seemed to occur often, love has happened quickly, and faded even quicker,Read More →

Why It Has Taken Tragedy For Me to Truly Feel Gratitude.

2018-02-19
By: Erin Konheim Mandras
On: February 19, 2018
In: Blog
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Most of us approach daily life thinking we are safe, events are predictable, and that others are trustworthy. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and tragedy strikes unexpectedly. Our beliefs are shattered, we lose hope, and we see life as filled with danger, uncertainty, and suffering. But, it is in these moments, in the face of adversity, that we recognize not to take things for granted. Fifteen years ago, my life flashed in front of my eyes. My initial plan to lose a few pounds spiraled out of control resulting in the development of an eating disorder. After starving myself and exercising compulsively, IRead More →

An Open Letter To The King Of High-Pressure Parenting: My Dad

2018-02-06
By: Erin Konheim Mandras
On: February 6, 2018
In: Blog
With: 0 Comments

Dear Dad, I write to you not only as your daughter, but as one of many children who came from intense, high pressure, and demanding parents. As a mother of three now, I flashback and remember everything, Dad. I remember you yelling so loudly from the sidelines with instruction. I see now it was only because you wanted me to be my best. You used to sternly tell me I didn’t play hard enough. It frustrated me then, but I now know it was because you believed hard work was the key to success. Often, you offered me an incentive if I scored a goal.Read More →

Why I Refused To Diet For My Wedding.

2017-05-25
By: Erin Konheim Mandras
On: May 25, 2017
In: Blog
With: 0 Comments

The year of my wedding was by far one of the most memorable and exciting times of my life. Leading up to it I felt pure joy and celebration around me. From the bridal showers, to the bachelorette party, to the wedding band shopping, to the extensive planning, to choosing the venue, to writing up a guest list, to securing a rabbi, and, finally, without doubt, the moment every girl dreams of her entire life–dress shopping. It goes without saying that when you hear “bride-to-be” and “upcoming wedding,” you also hear “diet” and “lose weight.” At the time of my wedding, I was the happiestRead More →

Six Years In…

2016-11-20
By: Erin Konheim Mandras
On: November 20, 2016
In: Blog
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Each year since November 20, 2010, I have had the opportunity to reflect on what my wedding anniversary actually means to me; and each year, it seems more and more special. As a teenager, the dating scene can be gruesome. It’s competitive, it’s a popularity contest, and, in most cases, it’s superficial. As little girls, we dream of our wedding, who we are going to spend the rest of our lives with, and what type of family we will create. In high school, it seemed sometimes that we lost sight of those visions. It became more important to have a boyfriend, be in a relationship, and notRead More →

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